How to get your license: Wrecker

Who needs a license?

Wrecked titled or registered motor vehicles for the purpose of dismantling them.

Second-hand motor vehicle parts.

License plate requirements

You’ll need a wrecker license plate for each vehicle used to conduct business.

Zoning Requirements

Inspection requirements:

Contact the Washington State Patrol (or the local Chief of Police if you are located in a city with more than 5,000 people) for an inspection of your business site before submitting your application. The inspecting official must sign the certification in section G of the Transport/Disposal Addendum found below.

You can find guidance regarding zoning requirements in these publications from the Department of Ecology: